Power Mirror Actuator Replacement

2008 Acura RLSECTION Power Mirror Actuator Replacement

Removal 

  1. Remove the mirror holder (see POWER MIRROR REPLACEMENT ), the power mirror (see POWER MIRROR REPLACEMENT ), and disconnect the power mirror 16P connector.
  2. Record the 16P connector terminal location and wire harness color.
  3. Disassemble the power mirror 16P connector (A), and remove the terminals from it.
    Fig 1: Identifying Power Mirror 16P Connector
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  4. Remove the gasket (A), then remove the screw and clip (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Gasket, Screw And Clip
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  5. Remove the three TORX screws, and separate the mirror housing (A) from the bracket (B).
    Fig 3: Identifying Mirror Housing, Bracket And Torx Screws
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  6. Remove the screws and separate the actuator (A) from the housing (B), then disconnect the side turn signal light 2P connector (C).
    Fig 4: Identifying Side Turn Signal Light 2P Connector And Housing
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  7. Remove the three screws and power mirror actuator (A).
    Fig 5: Identifying Power Mirror Actuator And Screws
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    Installation 

  8. Route the wire harness of the new actuator through the hole in the bracket and gasket.
  9. Install the actuator, bracket, harness clip, and gasket in the reverse order of removal.
  10. Install the new actuator terminals into the connector in the original arrangement as shown.
    Fig 6: Identifying Actuator Connector Terminals
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  11. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly. Be careful not to break the mirror holder when reinstalling it to the actuator.
  12. Reinstall the mirror assembly to the door.
  13. Operate the power mirror to ensure smooth operation.
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